Books like The Case of the Barking Dog (Clue #11)
Award winning
Who Stole the Hamster?
N. Griffin, Margo Sorenson, 2015
256 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery stimulates cognitive development and curiosity.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character interactions.
Enhances problem-solving skills with interactive storyline.
Warm illustrations foster visual literacy and engagement.
Who Stole the Hamster?
N. Griffin, Margo Sorenson, 2015
Award winning
The Case of the Mixed-Up Mutts (2) (The Buddy Files)
Dori Hillestad Butler, 2010
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Characters teach empathy and friendship values.
Encourages reading comprehension through fun narrative.
Supports emotional and social development.
The Case of the Mixed-Up Mutts (2) (The Buddy Files)
Dori Hillestad Butler, 2010
Emerald and the Lost Treasure
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative sparks children's imagination.
Encourages resilience through protagonist Emerald's journey.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Vivid illustrations enhance reading engagement.
Emerald and the Lost Treasure
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
Award winning
New Adventures of Mary-Kate & Ashley #41: The Case of the Dog Show Mystery: (The Case of the Dog Show Mystery)
Melinda Metz, Mary-Kate Olsen, 2004
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery stimulates curiosity and problem-solving skills.
Relatable twin characters bolster social and emotional growth.
Encourages teamwork and resilience through intriguing adventures.
Perfect for promoting early literacy and critical thinking.
New Adventures of Mary-Kate & Ashley #41: The Case of the Dog Show Mystery: (The Case of the Dog Show Mystery)
Melinda Metz, Mary-Kate Olsen, 2004
Award winning
Starla Jean Cracks the Case
Elana K. Arnold, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Mystery adventure fuels imagination and curiosity.
Starla Jean: relatable, spirited young detective.
Stimulates problem-solving and deductive reasoning.
Engaging, fun narrative promotes literacy skills.
Starla Jean Cracks the Case
Elana K. Arnold, 2023
Award winning
Kate on the Case
Hannah Peck, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled mystery sparks curiosity and engagement.
Characters model resilience and resourcefulness.
Supports development of analytical and deductive skills.
Enhances vocabulary through context-rich storylines.
Kate on the Case
Hannah Peck, 2021
Award winning
The Mystery of the Missing Dog
Elizabeth Levy, 1995
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery encourages critical thinking.
Characters foster emotional development and empathy.
Illustrations captivate and enhance comprehension.
Ideal for collaborative parent-child reading sessions.
The Mystery of the Missing Dog
Elizabeth Levy, 1995
The Case of the Poisonous Pigs
Nick Sheridan, 2023
368 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot enhances problem-solving skills.
Relatable young detective character boosts empathy.
Interactive clues encourage critical thinking.
Ideal for shared reading sessions with parents.
